Kitui Central MP Muli is facing his first major political test as he pursues a possible run for the presidency in 2027, according to the-star.co.ke.
The report, published on Saturday, highlights that Muli's ambitions are now being put to the test in the Ukambani region, where he is seeking to build support ahead of the next national election. The Star notes that his campaign is at an early stage, with the focus currently on consolidating a political base.
Muli's push comes as the National Liberation Party (NLP) intensifies its efforts in Ukambani, directly challenging the dominance of the Wiper Democratic Movement in the region, as reported by Capital FM Africa. The NLP has been holding rallies and events, including a major gathering at a stadium in Kitui, which TV47 Digital described as signaling a new political contest for the region's vote.
The NLP has stated it is open to working with either the opposition or the government, but will not beg for alliances, according to Citizen Digital. Tuko News reported that the party drew thousands of supporters to its events, underscoring its growing presence in an area long considered a Wiper stronghold.
The Star's report frames Muli's 2027 ambitions as a long-shot bid that begins with winning over voters in his home region. The outcome of this early test, the outlet suggests, will determine whether his State House aspirations gain traction or stall before the campaign formally begins.
What to watch next is whether Muli and the NLP can convert rally turnout into lasting political support that erodes Wiper's hold on Ukambani ahead of the 2027 election cycle.
